Our next talk takes place on 8 March in Buswells Hotel. Tom Faulkner’s talk on Schubert will explore the composer’s rich and diverse musical output, featuring a selection of his most captivating compositions.
The presentation will include an Impromptu and Marche Militaire for piano, showcasing his lyrical and expressive keyboard writing. Listeners will also experience an excerpt from Mass in E-flat Major, D. 950 and a stirring choral setting of Psalm 23, highlighting Schubert’s deep sense of harmony and sacred music.
Familiar songs, along with pieces from his celebrated song cycles Winterreise and Schwanengesang, will further illustrate his mastery of lieder, blending poignant poetry with evocative melodies. This talk promises an insightful journey into Schubert’s genius, offering a deeper appreciation of his timeless works.
The talk will commence at 11am and all are welcome.
John McCormack Society 